Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs Core i3-12100F
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Core i3-12100F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-12100F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i3-12100F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($90) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i3-12100F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+13%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($90) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G and Core i3-12100F
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,033 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-12100F
The Core i3-12100F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 13,979 points. Launch price was $97.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G and Core i3-12100F share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-12100F — a 2.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-12100F (base: 4 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i3-12100F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G scores 14,033 against the Core i3-12100F's 13,979 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-12100F.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i3-12100F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.3 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+21% | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 14,033 | 13,979 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-12100F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i3-12100F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G launched at $130 MSRP, while the Core i3-12100F debuted at $97. At current prices ($80 vs $90), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G delivers 175.4 pts/$ vs 155.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-12100F — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G the 12.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G | Core i3-12100F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $130 | $97-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-11% | $90 |
| Performance per Dollar | 175.4+13% | 155.3 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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